REDUCE YOUR RISK OF BEING ROBBED THIS FESTIVE SEASON

As the 2014 Yuletide season approaches, the police are advising members of the public to adopt safe practices and be very vigilant in order to reduce the risk of being robbed. Citizens can apply these safety measures, among others, throughout the holiday season:

n Ensure that valuable personal possessions (e.g. excess cash and high-end electronic devices) are properly secured or concealed. This reduces the likelihood of being targeted.

n On your way to and/or from a financial institution be mindful of persons trying to engage you in conversation.

n Be mindful of persons soliciting a drive or asking for directions, especially persons pretending to know you or persons known to someone you might be acquainted with.

The police will also be increasing their presence throughout the island to minimise attacks on individuals and also provide a quick avenue for persons to report criminal activities. We are also asking the public to not be hesitant to report illegal/suspicious activities to the authorities at 119, 311 or the nearest police station, as we seek to have a peaceful yuletide season, without loss of life, property or injury to citizens.